It’s the last day for students at Memorial University to have their voices heard on the creation of a new program to sponsor tuition for young refugees.

The local chapter of the World University Services of Canada (WUSC) is proposing the creation of a Student Refugee Program at Memorial University.

The program would be funded through the introduction of a new student levy, which would cost every registered MUN student $2 a semester as part of their tuition.

WUSC says the money would cover the costs associated with sponsoring a young refugee’s post-secondary education each year. If approved, they expect the program to being by Fall 2020.

According to MUNSU policy, the new levy can only be introduced if a successful referendum is held. That requires at least 10 per cent of the student body—who are members of the union—to vote. Two thirds of those votes must be in favour of the motion.

Polling stations have been set up at the Loft in the University Centre, the lobby of the QEII Library, and the Dining Hall. Votes can also be submitted online.

Polls close at 9 p.m. The results of the referendum will be announced at 10 p.m.